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IN FOCU S

Construction and COVID: The perfect storm

A Life of Aviation and Innovation: Bird’s legacy lives on at museum

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The Challenge Continues: 64 Idaho legislators walk to support local schools

The Simple Pleasure of Pottery: A local couple brings handmade stoneware to their community

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Deadline Approaching: Submit your application for this year’s Bonners Ferry Rotary Club Scholarship

Bo Bateman, Junior, Bonners Ferry High School

Celebrating 50 Years of the Special Olympics: How local branches of the organization are adapting in 2021

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H E ALTH & L IFE STYLE Don’t Wait Until a Crisis: Planning ahead for medical emergencies

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FIND YOUR MATCH

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Tips for hiring an agent to help you navigate the housing market in 2021

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TO SELL IN A S E LLE R ’S M ARKET ?

Factors to consider in today’s white hot market

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How to Land Your Dream Home in a Hot Market

Oregon’s Adventure Coast: Endless possibilities for the perfect getaway

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FOOD & DR IN K Your local guide to the tastiest hot spots around town

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CONSTRUCTION AND COVID

The perfect storm

By Nikki Luttmann, Seven Bee Interiors For Sandpoint Furniture, Carpet One and Selkirk Glass and Cabinets

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ith the COVID-19 situation finally improving, it has led many of us in the construction industry to wonder if the demand for real estate will die down as well. However, this does not seem to be the case. For those of you who have been biding your time to out-wait the virus before doing any home improvements, the fact is that while many people were hunkering down, the new construction market was booming, with unprecedented amounts of people looking to move here, build or invest.

This has not shown any signs of slowing down, and what it means for you is that finding help for smaller remodel projects is getting more and more difficult. Most contractors in North Idaho are at least one to two years out for new construction or remodels. Most sub-contractors (painters, tile installers, etc.) are busy working for the contractors. So, how is the average homeowner supposed to get anything done?

Cabinetry. Cabinetry is a bit tricky right now. While the cabinets themselves might only be six to eight weeks out for production, the

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installation could be weeks longer than that. Coordinating with your cabinet salesperson for the installation date might be more important than coordinating with them for the production dates. Find out what they require for installation ahead of time, and make sure you have all sinks, appliances, etc. onsite so as not to cause any undue delays. If something is not ready when they get there, it could be weeks before they are able to get back and finish the job.

Flooring and Tile. Work with a store that also offers certified installation, rather than trying to hire a flooring installer “on the side.” This guarantees you a spot on the schedule, and it is the only way to ensure top-notch work with the warranty to go with it. Carpet One, for example, works with several crews to keep the schedule moving forward, but even then, don’t expect them to be able to install tomorrow. Even if you choose something in stock and ready to install, their crews are several weeks out.

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Remember, while patience in the building industry is always a virtue, it should not come at the expense of your peace of mind or well-being.

Countertops. Like everything else, new solid-surface countertops are in demand right now. The precise nature of the material and installation requires that the cabinetry be properly installed or prepped before templating, and this can cause some confusion regarding the process. After template, the material still must be cut to fit, and this takes time, so your project will go back into the queue for cutting and installation. New countertops, unfortunately, are not instant gratification, but the results can certainly be worth the wait!

Small Remodel Projects. This is where things get tricky. If your job requires more than one subcontractor, or you are moving walls, electrical or plumbing, then you likely will need a contractor. Currently, it is difficult to even get someone to return a phone call. It’s not because they are rude; it is simply because anyone worth their salt is just that busy! My advice here is to settle down, get on someone’s list, and know that—eventually—they will get to your job.

Oftentimes, contractors will schedule smaller projects into “holes” between their larger jobs, and that timing can be nebulous, as they are not always positive when a job might be completed or be at a stopping point long enough to get to their other commitments. Be patient, but do feel free to check in periodically. This is a frustrating time to build, but it can be even more frustrating to wait until your number is called for your remodel to begin. If you are someone who likes to feel more “in control” over situations and services, I’d actually advise waiting until the construction boom is over until you pursue a remodel. However, with the way things are going, it could be a long wait!

Remember, while patience in the building industry is always a virtue, it should not come at the expense of your peace of mind or well-being. If something does not feel right, or your contractor demands a large sum of money for a deposit or retainer, feel free to pass. It’s worth the time and effort to wait for someone reputable.

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Creating the Wake TOOLS TO HELP US BE CONNECTIVE AND EFFECTIVE BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS ByTrish Buzzone, Thinking Partner, Executive Director, The John Maxwell Team

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’ve been thinking about the emotional energy we exchange in our conversations and how this energy affects our relationships. That cause and effect reminded me of something I read in a book by Susan Scott called "Fierce Conversations": “The conversation is not ABOUT the relationship.

The conversation IS the relationship.”

That was such an “a-ha!” moment for me. When we get hung up on what we’re talking about, we miss that the engagement itself is the relationship, and that these conversations affect the flow of how we relate, how we understand and how we connect with each other.

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one is better, because of that conversation. When I take responsibility for helping everyone in the conversation be better, I am more aware how that conversation is helping or hurting the relationship.

That awareness is the next tool to create that positive wake. It asks the questions, “What am I really saying to the other person?” and “What are they really wanting to say to me?” These questions cause us to listen with more intention, shifting our focus to include both what we’re wanting in the conversation and what the other person wants or needs. In unpacking this idea, Scott refers back to the speedboat. The pilot should mind their speed, not because they don’t have the right to pilot the boat where they please, but because their speed will affect other boats. If we speed through a No Wake Zone, we may cause damage, and when we speed through a conversation without intentional awareness, we may transfer negative emotional energy.

Scott describes how our conversations transfer positive or negative emotional energy using the illustration of a speedboat creating a wake. Every conversation creates an emotional wake, a flow of positive or negative emotional energy. Afterward, we feel something, which Scott calls “afterglow, aftermath or aftertaste.” While we may not always connect those feelings with that conversation, we Third, when we take responsibility for the carry these feelings into other interactions. emotional wake in our conversations, we learn to stop making loaded statements. These include So, how do we enrich our relationships through blaming, name calling, assigning labels, sarcasm, our conversations, sharing positive energy, exaggerations like “This ruins everything,” or even when the conversation is about a difficult accusations such as “You always do that” or “You’re or touchy subject? This begins with reminding saying this, but what you really mean is ….” ourselves, regularly, that the conversation is the relationship. As we apply that idea, it naturally When we avoid these loaded statements and, causes us to take responsibility for the emotional instead, use connective, inviting language that energy we’re transferring. Here are three tools that shows a desire to understand and appreciate the have helped me with that habit, and I know they other person, we create a positive flow of energy, will help you too. even in the midst of a difficult conversation. This positive wake will continue to ripple out, flowing The first tool is to practice the conversation between that conversation and the next, building before the conversation. Because it’s so easy to the foundation for better, healthier relationships. be misunderstood and unintentionally hurtful, especially when there’s upset or confusion, it helps Join me and other local leaders at a Streaming to have a conversation with ourselves before we Leaders Virtual Round Table. Let’s make a have a conversation with someone else. For me, difference together. Learn more at TrishBuzzone. that begins with asking, “How am I enriching com/streaming-leaders. this relationship?” and following that up with “How can I do so with this conversation?” Every Connect with Trish Buzzone at TrishBuzzone.com conversation will have a crossroads, a point at or Facebook.com/groups/streamingleaders. which everyone is better, someone is better, or no

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STEPS FOR SCHOOLS: THE CHALLENGE CONTINUES 64 Idaho legislators walk to support local schools

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“WE WANT TO PROMOTE AND BUILD CHAMPIONS FOR HEALTH WHILE BENEFITING IDAHO’S YOUTH.”

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alking may be a simple activity we do daily, often without giving it much thought, but such a simple thing can bring great change—in our health, in our attitude and outlook, and now, in our schools. The walking challenge is back, and despite a year of challenges and a pandemic, our Idaho legislators and leaders are eager to champion for health, and they’re starting out by leading by example.

In February, members of the Idaho State Legislature, as well as the lieutenant governor, attorney general and state controller, joined the walking challenge to help raise awareness of healthy habits, as well as raise money for schools throughout the state. Sixtyfour participants agreed to walk 5,000 or more steps each day during the month of February in a united effort to promote health and support our youth, including those representing Bonner, Boundary and Kootenai counties.

“We are grateful that so many of our elected officials are making time to do what’s good for their own health as well as benefiting children in their district,” says Kendra Witt-Doyle, executive director, Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health. “Whether they are walking in their communities on the weekends or around the Capitol during the session, these officials are setting a great example about the importance of being active.”

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Steps for Schools is a walking challenge that unites our state’s leaders in an effort to raise money for schools’ walking and physical activity programs.

The Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health—a nonprofit charitable foundation established in 2001

by Blue Cross of Idaho—started the program as a way to engage communities and their leaders in a healthy challenge that not only promotes health but furthers school education. “We want to promote and build champions for health while benefiting Idaho’s youth,” adds Witt-Doyle.

The foundation has a similar walking challenge for mayors, and this one started as a way to engage state legislators as well. “It definitely has promoted physical activity among the legislators and given them a mechanism for giving back to the communities they serve,” she explains. “Numerous legislators have talked to us about how the challenge improved their health and how much they enjoyed walking to benefit the youth in their community.”

Steps for Schools takes place during February— which is during the legislative session. It empowers legislators to get involved during their busy session as a tool for empowering our leaders, and in turn our communities, to make time for exercise no matter the season.

The program started in 2016 as a fun and easy way to engage leaders in a healthy activity that can inspire and promote change, and it has been a popular and successful challenge since its inception.

It has four main goals: Remind lawmakers to think about childhood health issues in Idaho; highlight lawmakers as role models for our youth; create awareness of health issues in Idaho; and finally to promote childhood wellness throughout the state.

Last year, more than $40,000 was given to Idaho schools as a result of the challenge, going to help fund walking programs and promote physical activity at schools that encourages students from a young age to make exercise a part of their daily lives.

This year, 64 legislators representing 34 of Idaho’s 35 districts participated in the challenge. Participants could either walk an average of 5,000 steps daily during February to earn $500 for schools, or an average of 10,000 steps daily to earn $1,000.

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by Representatives Heather Scott and Sage Dixon this year; Senator Steve Vick walked to represent Bonner and Kootenai counties; and Senators Peter Riggs and Mary Souza and Representatives Paul Amador and Tony Wisniewski joined the challenge to represent Kootenai County.

“Our legislators are leaders in their communities, and the walking challenge gives them the opportunity to be a role model for health and community health,” says Witt-Doyle. The challenge aims to create a trickle effect that will set an example for all ages, and inspire a spirit of change in personal health by reminding us all that daily exercise is essential to our health and happiness.

“Walking has so many positive benefits to mental and physical health,” adds Witt-Doyle. “It is accessible and free.” We may not all have the accessibility or option to join a gym, hire a personal trainer or participate in group classes, but walking is an activity we all do daily that has many health benefits. Simply walking for 30 to 45 minutes daily boosts your mood, keeps your heart healthy, helps manage your weight and is beneficial for mental health. It can even lead to a longer life.

By starting at the top with our leaders during the legislative session, the challenge is a reminder that our health starts with something as simple as a walk, and that we can all make time regardless of how busy we are. It is also an important reminder to our lawmakers and leaders that the health of our youth is vital to the health of our communities.

Photos are from the 2020 Steps for Schools finale that took place before COVID-19 reached Idaho.

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Deadline Approaching S U B M I T Y O U R A P P L I C AT I O N F O R T H I S Y E A R ’ S B O N N E R S F E R R Y ROTARY CLUB SCHOLARSHIP

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hose in the community who are looking to pursue higher education are encouraged to apply for the Rotary Club of Bonners Ferry’s Rotary Scholarship.

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“The recipient list is given to local media outlets and the high school,” says Andrakay. “All applicants receive a letter stating if they were awarded a scholarship as well.”

“The local Rotary Club works hard to raise the funds for these scholarships so that we may support dedicated and promising students in our community to pursue higher education,” says Andrakay Pluid, Scholarship Committee chair. “Our hope is that those students will take that education and contribute to their communities in return.”

A Dessert Reception will be held in May to honor the scholarship recipients. Recipients, their families and guests are invited to attend, and will be joined by members of the Rotary Club. “Many members of the club look forward to this event, as it is an opportunity to see their hard work in action,” affirms Andrakay.

According to Andrakay, the number of scholarships and the amount awarded vary by year. Last year, the Rotary awarded $10,000 through 10 scholarships of $1,000 each. The 2020 award recipients included: Bailey Owens, Grace Villelli, Haley Wenk, Jamie Cromwell, Kelsey English, Michael Youngwirth, Quinn Gray, Serenity Fahey, Sydney Nelson and Victoria Rae.

The Rotary Scholarship is offered to any deserving citizen of Boundary County pursuing a higher education at any accredited college, university or vocational school. Scholarship selection is based on the applicant’s academic achievement, community service, personal goals and motivation. To be considered for this scholarship, return a completed application postmarked no later than April 9, 2021, to:

Funds for the scholarship are raised through fundraising projects conducted throughout the year by the Bonners Ferry Rotary Club, with its primary fundraiser being their calendar drawing. They also have community donors who contribute to the scholarship fund.

Rotary Club of Bonners Ferry Attn: Scholarship Committee P. O. Box 1921 Bonners Ferry, ID 83805-1921

The deadline to apply for the 2021 scholarship is set for Friday, April 9. (To download the scholarship form, visit Portal.ClubRunner.ca/1799, scroll down and click 2021 - BF Rotary Scholarship from the Download Files.) The scholarship committee will meet to evaluate the applications, with the 2021 recipients to be announced toward the end of the month.

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Due to COVID, there was no reception for the 2020 recipients. Pictured are the 2019 scholarship recipients and club members. From left: Norm Bratz, Jerzie Pluid, Seth Bateman, Gabby Barajas, Drew Foster, Kristie Campbell (president), Erica Wood, Jordan Young, Caleb Peterson, Dave Walter, Connor Claphan, Ada Bonnell, Linda Lederhos.

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THE SIMPLE PLEASURE OF POTTERY A LOCAL COUPLE BRINGS HANDMADE STONEWARE TO THEIR COMMUNITY

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ur goal is to get a piece of our pottery in every home of Boundary County,” explain Dr. David Clark and his wife Cheryl, pottery makers in Bonners Ferry whose handcrafted one-of-a-kind wares have made it into homes throughout the area—and even the world.

Dr. Clark made his first wheel-thrown pottery piece in 1969 when he was in ninth grade. The love of pottery making stuck, and throughout his life he’s returned to it as a hobby—apprenticing at a pottery studio in Pennsylvania during his free time before he was married, and then returning to it along with Cheryl when they became high school youth leaders in their church and shared their love of “playing in the mud” with the teenagers who surrounded them.

“We are flattered that our ware is so well received locally and has made its way to half of the United States and at least a half-dozen foreign countries from right here in Bonners Ferry,” they say.

The couple has been using handmade stoneware in their home since the ‘70s, but it was when they moved to Bonners Ferry from Pennsylvania in 2015 that they prioritized making pottery as a regular and ongoing part of their lives.

The Clarks make functional pottery ware like mugs, bowls, honey pots, yarn bowls and more, and are planning to add new items this year. Each piece takes around three or more hours to make and is individually handmade, one at a time, so no two pieces will ever be alike.

“We first visited Bonners Ferry in 2013 and fell in love with the mountains, the wilderness and the self-sufficiency of the faith-loving, hard-working people of the Inland Northwest,” share the Clarks.

The Clarks also like to head out on the road for a change of pace and adventure, taking their pottery making and pieces to the Celtic Games in Libby and Kalispell, Montana, and plan to be at the Huckleberry Festival in Trout Creek this year.

They started by getting involved with the Bonners Ferry Farmers Market, doing live demonstrations of wheel-thrown pottery, and eventually selling their pieces. “We were encouraged at the possibility that our hobby might be able to pay for itself and especially because we were meeting many people in our new hometown,” they add.

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Dr. Clark runs a successful chiropractic practice in Bonners Ferry in addition to making pottery in his free time, keeping up their homestead and being involved grandparents. But they make time to enjoy the art of pottery making and plan to continue doing so, as long as it remains fun. Demand for their products has grown quickly—in what will be their seventh season at the farmers market, they already have orders they’re working on, but they have no plans to expand beyond the local market.

Their goal is to keep pottery as a fun hobby and gift to the community— not make it work.

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Bo lettered in his freshman year of baseball and was also named Intermountain League first team in football this past season.

Baseball season is Bo’s favorite time of year.

He enjoys the nerves he gets when you step in the batter's box and the excitement of throwing out a stealing base runner at second.

Sports have given him plenty of cherished memories during his high school experience.

“My most memorable moment in sports so far is winning the play-in game against Weiser this year and being a part of the first basketball team to make it to the state tournament in 14 years.”

Playing multiple sports as well as growing up in a family of eight with his mom, dad, four brothers and one sister, Bo has learned to be a team player, even if it’s not always the most fun task or role. “Sometimes you have to forget about yourself and do what needs to be done for your team to be successful,” he said. “It could be taking a ball in the chest in baseball, taking a charge in basketball, or doing the dishes every once in a while, so your mom doesn't have to. No one likes doing these things, but I've learned that someone has to do them. Why not have it be you?”

While Bo has one more year of high school, he has already begun to map out his future. After serving his two-year mission with the Church of Latter-Day Saints, he plans on attending BYU-Idaho to earn a degree in zoology. He then plans on enrolling in the veterinary school at Texas A&M and following in the footsteps of his uncle, who runs his own clinic.

"I've looked up to Uncle Chris for as long as I can remember. I job shadow him as much as I can, but it's pretty difficult since he lives in Texas. I would love to work with him someday,” said Bo.

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A LIFE OF AVIATION AND INNOVATION BIRD’S LEGACY LIVES ON AT MUSEUM

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ince the Bird Museum opened 14 years ago, Todd Moore has been a loyal volunteer. Even after the museum moved from Sagle, Idaho—near where Moore lives—to its present site about 35 miles south in Hayden, he still makes the drive so he can guide visitors and answer their questions.

“There’s just so many different people (who visit),” Moore said. “Fighter pilots (visit), medical people come to see the respirators.

Just really interesting people that come in for a variety of reasons.”

Forrest Bird’s interests were equally diverse, so perhaps it is fitting that people come to visit the museum—its full name is the Bird Aviation Museum and Invention Center—for all sorts of reasons. They bring with them as many stories as Moore shares with them: stories of times they met Bird, stories about their own experiences in airplanes similar to those they see at the museum, or stories about how some of Bird’s medical inventions saved a loved one’s life.

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“He lived a life you see in movies,” Moore said of The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday, Bird. “You think it’s a made-up movie story and year-round, from 9am to 3pm. he lived that kind of life.”

The museum’s new space, which opened in Bird died at 94 years old on August 2, 2015. 2019, is in a hangar at 2678 West Cessna Avenue Two months later, Dr. Pamela Riddle Bird, his at Pappy Boyington Field, a fitting location wife, died in a plane crash. But their legacies live considering the various aircraft it has on display. on through the museum, which is directed by Pamela Bird’s daughter, Rachel Riddle Schwam. “I just love this kind of stuff. Love the museum,” said Larry Pearcy, a volunteer with an aviation “It was their legacy, but it’s my honor and background of his own. Though not a pilot privilege to be able to continue it,” Schwam himself, Pearcy said he loves airplanes in said. “I have a love and a passion for aviation particular and has been able to ride along in and innovation, and with the technology in the some of the planes at the museum. world changing, I get to see little kids coming through who are thinkers, and volunteers full of Pearcy, who helped build a Saturn rocket, great knowledge.” orbitals and space shuttles for NASA, has since retired from that work. But he started Through much of the COVID-19 pandemic, volunteering at the museum about two years the museum has been able to remain open while ago and said now “I work all the hours that following social distancing guidelines, and the (Schwam) wants to throw at me.” number of visitors has been steadily increasing.

Education groups like to visit, Schwam said, He is drawn to the museum not just for the and they have been doing so more and more. planes, either, but for the stories about Dr. Admission is free; donations are encouraged. Bird, who had a penchant for inventing out of

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“I could go on and on about the guy,” Pearcy said. “He was quite the guy.”

The museum includes more of Bird’s inventions, many of which naturally followed from that Positive Pressure Inhalation Device that helped pilots fly up to 40,000 feet. Back on the ground, he developed the Bird Universal Medical Respirator that was much more effective than an iron lung.

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“From a life standpoint, (his legacy) is probably replacing the iron lung and the other thing is the Babybird,” Moore said. “And we get people in the museum all the time who said, ‘This saved me.’”

Bird was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame in 1995, and the Bird Museum celebrates the contributions of many other modern inventors. The museum is also a sponsor of the program Invent Idaho! that encourages young people to think outside the box and to be creative in solving problems that they are facing, Schwam said. Some young inventors’ products are displayed in the museum’s Invention Center, she said.

“What Mom and Doc (Bird) would say is to think outside the box, trial and error,” Schwam said. “Nothing’s gonna be perfect. Keep testing it.”

One of Moore’s favorite parts about volunteering at the museum is seeing the kids come through. Some, he said, couldn’t care less, but some others get really excited, especially about the airplanes.

If children show an interest, Moore asks them if they want to sit in the cockpit of one of the planes. Many pilots are aging out, he said, but the experience of sitting inside one of the older airplanes at the museum might just encourage them to pursue it.

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Pearcy said he has had similar experiences with kids who were “awestruck” by the airplanes. He told a story of a time when the mother of a recent museum visitor called him and said all her son talked about on the way home from the museum was sitting in the airplane.

“It makes me feel really good that I get to do that for the kids,” Pearcy said.

“I love watching the kids come in here. I will hand walk them around.”

That curiosity about flight and about invention are two facets of Bird’s life that comprise his legacy, too, and the museum is a shrine to that idea, with its many airplanes and inventions, in addition to the various other exhibits about the history of flight and space exploration.

And the museum’s setting—right next to an airstrip—is an apt one, especially when the large hangar door can be opened up.

Even through the pandemic, Schwam said the museum has done great.

The constant cleaning has given the place a steady scent of lavender, bleach and Pine Sol, she said, which “you learn to take as a compliment at this point.”

As she is on her hands and knees cleaning, seeing all the inventions up close, Schwam said that often her mother and Bird come to her mind.

“I’m just reminded of the care and compassion that both Mom and Doc had,” Schwam said. “This is their legacy they have left behind. Just being able to continue it is what they would want.”

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“Online shopping has become increasingly popular in the past few years, especially since COVID-19 has changed the normal routine of life for many people,” says Rebecca. “Items bought online have a much greater percentage of returns, and since the stores cannot restock items that have been opened or used, they sell them to wholesale buyers at liquidation cost. This enables us to sell them to the public at discount prices.”

Though their inventory varies greatly from month to month, there are items that they try to keep in stock, such as kitchenware, bedding, home décor, small appliances, tools, toys and baby items. They update their Facebook page with new items, so shoppers can have an idea of what’s available before heading to the store.

The Bylers also strive to keep items in stock that may be harder to find throughout the area, encouraging the community to shop locally to find what they need, rather than driving out of town, enabling them to save both time and money. “The fact that we can offer discounted prices is an added bonus,” smiles Rebecca.

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One unique thing about UnBoxed is the fact that most of their store return items are single inventory. “We sometimes get duplicates of overstock items, or when we order multiple shipments from the same store, but the best deals are often one-of-a-kind bargains,” shares Rebecca. “This enables us to carry a larger variety of items in our small store, and we are constantly adding more things to our shelves as we have space.”

UnBoxed to their friends and family. The couple enjoys being part of a community that works together to care for each other.

Starting a new business in a small town can be challenging, but the husband-and-wife team are grateful to their supportive and encouraging customers, who have been enthusiastic about spreading the word about

UnBoxed is now open for spring hours, which are 9am to 5pm Monday through Saturday. You can find the store at 85 Three Mile Road, located on the southeast corner of Hwy 95 and Hwy 2 junction, behind the antique store. They invite you to stop in and discover all they have to offer.

Ken has lived in Bonners Ferry since his family moved to the area in 1995, and Rebecca followed suit when the couple married in 2004. While Ken has worked construction in the community for over 20 years, they were looking for ways to expand in business that might fill a need in Bonners While the condition of items can vary, most items are in brand new or Ferry. Along with the UnBoxed store, the couple also owns a seasonal excellent condition, Rebecca says, although they also get some items greenhouse business, North Bench Flower Patch, that they opened in that are in used or non-working condition. “We try our best to check the 2010. Though they closed the business for a number of years when their items over carefully and mark anything that is defective,” affirms Rebecca. children were young, the greenhouse re-opened for business in 2020.

Everything is then priced accordingly.

“UnBoxed is located next door to the Flower Patch, and we are excited to see both businesses expand and grow,” smiles Rebecca.

Since opening just five months ago, they attribute the early success of the business to their wonderful employees and customers. “We would not “The most rewarding thing for us is the relationships we form with our be in business if it were not for them,” says Rebecca. She adds that their customers. We appreciate the opportunity to meet new friends, and our hardworking employees kept the store running smoothly for a few months goal is to meet the needs of our customers in whatever way we can,” she this winter as she and husband Ken worked on a construction project out says. “We feel very blessed to be a part of this community and to be able to of state. raise our children here.”

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CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF THE

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ince its beginning as a backyard summer camp in 1962, the Special Olympics has come a long way.

Dedicated to changing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities all across the world, the Special Olympics is now internationally recognized and has immeasurable impact on the lives of its athletes of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. An organization created to bring about inclusion now embodies the word in every sense.

Harnessing the power of sports, the Special Olympics empowers people with intellectual disabilities to continuously develop their strengths, skills and abilities. The organization’s mission is to provide opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy, and build strong bonds with family, friends and community members.

The Special Olympics operates through the calendar year and provides sports training and large-scale athletic competitions in a variety of sports for children and adults.

The organization’s beginning dates back to the early 1960s, when Eunice Kennedy Shriver wanted to change the public’s perception of people with intellectual disabilities.

Shriver was the director of the Joseph P. Kennedy Jr. Foundation, an organization whose efforts focused on reducing the societal neglect of people with intellectual disabilities. Being part of the Kennedy family and having a sibling with special needs gave Shriver the power and the passion to support her cause.

In 1962, after concerned parents approached Shriver about how difficult it was to find summer activities their children with special needs could participate in, her response was simple: “Enough.”

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Declaring “enough” was a starting point, Shriver’s first big step in paving the way for change. She started Camp Shriver on her Maryland Farm for special needs children from her area, recruiting local students to act as counselors.

Camp Shriver focused on interaction and engagement. The children played, flourished and simply had fun. The camp quickly became a success and gained attention from community members and public officials.

By the summer of 1968, day camps similar to Camp Shriver were providing summer activities for more than 7,000 children with intellectual disabilities, and the next summer saw the first International Special Olympics Summer Games, held in Soldier Field, Chicago.

That year, Special Olympics became officially incorporated, and it was pledged that another Special Olympics would be held in 1970 and every two years thereafter. Their growth hasn’t slowed since; in the last several decades, the Special Olympics has gained momentum through worldwide growth and recognition.

Millions of athletes are now part of the Special Olympics movement, and it’s grown to be much more than summer camps and sports training. The organization provides health screenings, fundraising events, and chances for everyone to get involved, including local leaders, celebrities, law enforcement, businesses and more.

The organization holds thousands of events across the world each year and has created a program to advocate for inclusive health— meaning the ability of people with intellectual disabilities to take full advantage of the same health services as people without disabilities.

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The Special Olympics’ health programming focuses on improving the well-being of people with special needs physically, socially and emotionally by increasing their access to health and wellness services. In fact, they are the world’s largest health-care provider for people with intellectual disabilities.

Even with its undeniable impact, the Special Olympics was not immune from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Taking a look closer to home, the Special Olympics branches of Idaho and Washington states have each had to adapt significantly over the course of the last year. Components of the organization that have been most affected include athlete engagement, fundraising and sponsorships. When it became impossible to hold in-person events, it required tough decisions, quick adaptations and an increased difficulty in matching the level of fundraising success seen in years past.

On April 20, 2020, Special Olympics Idaho made the difficult decision to cancel their Summer Games and all community-based programs for that year. “This was the first time in Special Olympics Idaho history,” said Director of Special Events Kristi Kraft, calling the cancellations “devastating” to their athletes, many of them who depend on Special Olympics for critical pillars of health like physical fitness and social interaction.

The effects of canceled events were felt across the organization.

“It’s hard,” stated Jaymelina Esmele, vice president of marketing and communications for Special Olympics Washington. “Going to events in person is a big social outlet for people who are already in social isolation because they are different.”

She recalled other barriers that arose when events turned virtual. “Not everyone has access to the internet or technological devices at home.”

Despite their best efforts in creating online challenges, virtual events and increased social media support, there would still be athletes the organization just couldn’t reach through the internet. Even still, the organization has met the pandemic’s challenges head-on, by boosting their social media campaigns, encouraging continued participation at home, enlisting virtual coaches and partners, and sending training kits to provide athletes with the necessary equipment to keep up with their physical fitness from home.

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the state earlier this year. The kits contained items to keep athletes active, including a pedometer and fitness DVDs—items that didn’t require an internet connection for use. The organization will be mailing another wave of kits later this year.

The impact of the Special Olympics has been called transformative, speaking to its ability to develop confidence and improve health on physical, mental and emotional levels. The achievements reached in a Special Olympics event translate into real achievements and real change in the rest of the world.

“Our athletes inspire people in their communities and elsewhere to open their hearts to a wider world of human talents and potential,” the organization’s website reads.

There are as many as 200 million people with intellectual disabilities across the world, and the Special Olympics wants to touch the lives of them all. “The power and joy of sport shifts focus to what our athletes can do, not what they can’t,” the organization states. “Attention to disability fades away.” Replacing that attention is acknowledgement of what they can do—their talents, how able they are to accomplish major feats, and the heart of who they truly are.

It’s with this same grit and determination that the organization strives to stay engaging and successful throughout the pandemic.

Organizations like the Special Olympics are strong in their values and in their accomplishments, but in difficult times, even the strongest need support. There are many ways community members can contribute to the causes that drive the Special Olympics.

“Like many nonprofits, last year was very taxing on us financially,” Kraft said.

“We always look forward to community support through virtual volunteering and donations,” Esmele said, grateful for the support the organization continues to receive from community members.

Online donations are accepted through the organization’s websites or through Facebook’s donation pages. Amazon Smiles is an option that allows Amazon visitors to set up a charity as they shop. If they choose Special Olympics Idaho or Washington as their charity of choice, a percentage of their purchase will be donated to the organization.

Even before in-person events fully make their return, community members can still volunteer with the Special Olympics as a virtual coach or partner. These virtual mentors are paired with athletes to check in and offer critical support through their time training at home.

Community members can even show up as virtual Fans in the Stands, sharing their support by sending in an uplifting message, photo or video. This allows fans and supporters to cheer on Special Olympics athletes electronically, from wherever they are in the world.

The hope for more in-person events sustains into 2021.

A few annual events remain on the horizon—along with the usual air of uncertainty during this time.

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Special Olympics Idaho is currently in the training process for regional Summer Games.

“We have taken many precautions to keep our athletes safe by offering non-contact sports and regionalized competitions to limit the number of people at the event,” Kraft said.

Later this year, Special Olympics Idaho will host three regional “Night of Champion” Galas (in person), including one in Coeur d’Alene on September 23. The galas will celebrate 50 years of accomplishments and hopefully raise much-needed funding.

Across the border, Special Olympics Washington’s annual events remain virtual until further notice. They are currently in preparation for the launch of a six-week run/walk event. The event will encourage participants to run, walk, roll and stay active throughout the spring, and will also serve as a fundraiser. Participants can register online, obtain a miles goal for movement throughout May, and meet their mileage goal by June.

Anyone and everyone will be welcome to join.

Full details will be released this April on their website at SpecialOlympicsWashington.org.

Special Olympics Washington’s fall fundraiser, typically a five-course dinner with a featured chef, wine pairing and both live and silent auctions, went virtual in 2020. This year, they

hope to offer a hybrid option, with a virtual component to stay within guidelines and provide options to those staying home.

While events and fundraisers remain virtual, Special Olympics Washington will continue their online training options, including virtual workshops, interactive game nights and challenges for charity to keep both athletes and community members engaged. They even hosted a virtual Polar Plunge and series of Winter Games to welcome 2021.

“Although we’re all home and staying safe, not getting together in person, there’s a lot

The impact of the Special Olympics has been called transformative, speaking to its ability to develop confidence and improve health on physical, mental and emotional levels.

of work we’re doing to keep athletes engaged at this time,” Esmele said, emphasizing the importance of maintaining social connection for their athletes.

This year, stay connected with the stories and athletes of the Special Olympics as they celebrate their 50th anniversary. The organization will feature an athlete’s profile on social media each Friday for 50 weeks. Look for their celebrated athletes on their social media accounts and on Vimeo.

For more information on participating in virtual events, fundraisers, galas or athlete engagement, contact Kristi at kristi@idso.org or visit SpecialOlympicsWashington.org.

The Special Olympics began as a way for people with intellectual disabilities to be included—to play, grow, to connect, and to use their abilities to the fullest.

An organization that focuses on what can be accomplished is certain to do just that in 2021: accomplish big, life-changing things despite the necessary adaptations that have come with the past year. With support from the community, Special Olympics athletes can continue the physical training, social support and emotional growth they depend on into 2021 and beyond.

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Don’t Wait Until a Crisis Planning ahead for medical emergencies

By Linda Manley, RN and Terry Ferris, RN Boundary Community Hospital

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ou receive a frantic phone call from your aunt requesting your immediate presence in the Emergency Room to help the family make decisions about your grandmother. Emotions are high, and the medical explanations are full of terminology that everyone may not understand. Time is of the essence to make decisions that may affect her quality of life. What do you do? Where do you turn? What’s the plan? What would she want you to do?

Our parents and grandparents are some of the most important people in our lives. As nurses at Boundary Community Hospital, we have seen how emotionally trying it can be to watch them lose their independence.

Eventually, you will have to deal with a complicated and heart-wrenching decision about their future.

A slip or fall can change the living situation, with the family member needing continued care. If they are still too independent for full-time nursing home care, an assisted living facility may be an option. Don’t bring your loved one to the Emergency Room and expect staff to resolve issues that should

be decided by those who know and love them. If you have an elderly or a handicapped family member, talk with family about a plan for when they cannot be in the home anymore with or without assistance.

Learn about your area resources (or lack thereof). Boundary County is a very rural area. Some families live 30 miles from medical care. Community resources (home health, transportation, health-care specialists, etc.) may be limited or non-existent in rural areas. Assisted living and skilled nursing facilities have limited capacity, and you may need to seek availability in neighboring counties and states.

In elder-care planning, it’s important to start the conversation about end-oflife decisions sooner than later. Make notes or a list of the “what ifs,” wants and needs you desire for the following scenarios: • If you cannot speak for yourself • If you can no longer take care of yourself at home • An end-of-life situation

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A person with COPD, diabetes or cardiac deficiencies might not fare well during a code blue and may choose to be comfort care only.

The quality of life makes a difference as well. A person who lives at home independently with no need for assistance might think differently than one who no longer has independence and is in need of continuous care.

The recent pandemic has reminded us that death comes to all of us, no matter our health or age, and death can be unexpected at times.

To be able to make those tough decisions for ourselves, instead of burdening our loved ones, is vital. Different family members might not

agree on the same interventions or outcomes, and that is okay. But this is your journey, and you should make your own wishes known and have a plan in place. That might take away any guilt or disagreements family might have or feel, wondering if they made the right decisions for you.

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Don’t wait for a crisis to plan ahead for medical emergencies. Have a plan and make your wishes known.

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LAND YOUR DREAM HOME in a hot market

Come prepared, do your research, and find the right agent

BY ABIGAIL THORPE

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or anyone looking to purchase a home in the current market, most people have discovered just how fast things move and how difficult it can be to land your dream home—but that doesn’t mean it’s impossible. The market may be moving fast with relatively low inventory, but there are still opportunities to find a property or home that fits your needs, as long as you do your homework and come prepared.

Start a relationship with a local agent.

In this market, having a real estate professional working for you is key.

Find someone who you feel comfortable with and start a relationship before you even start looking for property. “No matter what price point you're looking in, the market is magnificently competitive, and you'll want to have an ally and advocate working on your behalf,” explains Raniel Diaz of Our Town CDA, Professional Realty Services Idaho. Get referrals from friends and family, and do your research to find the right Realtor for you. They will be key in not only helping guide you through the process but in networking in their local area to find you a good fit that might not even be on the market.

Come prepared.

It’s no secret the market is competitive. Sellers won’t wait for you. “Be prepared to move quickly toward negotiations and, if possible, be physically onsite to view property,” advises Jackie Suarez, associate broker at Century 21, Riverstone in Sandpoint, Idaho. Determine your financial capabilities, and if you’re not able to purchase with cash, get pre-qualified. “While it is great and fun to go out looking at homes, it is no fun to fall in love with one only to find out it is just out of your range,” adds C.J. Tuma, owner/broker at Coldwell Banker North Woods Realty in Bonners Ferry, Idaho. “Get pre-qualified first, then the fun of starting to look can happen.”

Also, be prepared to increase your offer if need be. “Cash offers tend to take priority in this market, and ‘escalation clauses’ are common. Sellers need to know that they are negotiating with well-qualified buyers,” explains Suarez.

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Do your research.

Research the area to determine your target locations. Local geography, employment opportunities, services, schools, etc. will all play a role in your decision of where to buy. “Your best decisions can be made when good judgement balances your emotions, and knowledge is key,” says Suarez.

Once you’re pre-qualified, talk with your agent about your parameters, discover what your payments will look like with taxes and insurance, and make sure it’s a comfortable fit. It’s better to know from the beginning what your limitations are.

Accommodate the needs of the seller.

Sellers want to know a buyer isn’t going to waste their time. “The less perceived risk a seller sees associated with your offer the better,” explains Diaz. Your best chance of landing the property you want is to know what the seller is looking for. “Learn what will be the best-case scenario for the seller. If you can accommodate their timelines and needs, consider structuring your offer to be the best fit possible,” advises Suarez.

Determine your needs.

Know your needs versus your wants before you go into the buying process—and set limitations. What is absolutely necessary? And what can you be flexible on? This will help you move quickly when the time comes and lets you know when you should keep looking. But make sure your list of “non-negotiables” isn’t too long, or it could hurt your search. “In this market, plan to learn, be humble and flex when possible,” says Diaz.

Get your credit in order.

Set yourself up for success when it comes to getting pre-qualified. Make sure your debt-to-income ratio is healthy, and talk to your lender about your options. They can even help guide you on what to pay off to help improve your credit and buying power. If you’re in the market for a home, don’t take on any new large debts like a car payment or maxing out a credit card, advises Tuma, as this could end up hurting your approval odds in the end and jeopardize your home search.

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Have a plan.

Lastly, be prepared. Have a plan in place before you start making big moves. “If you're preparing to sell to buy your next home, try to make sure you have a solid plan before that sign goes in your yard,” recommends Diaz. Network with friends and family to let them know you’re looking to buy, and don’t rush headlong into the process without getting your things in order and setting a timeline, so you’re ready when the moment comes to make that offer.

The ins and outs of the real estate market can be difficult, especially in a market like the current one. But with a trusted agent at your side and the right planning, it is more than possible to find a new home you love.

Remember, at the end of the day, sellers are human beings after all, and your unique story matters. “Some of my clients' beautiful success stories (also known by us as ‘Real Estate Miracles’) have been hinged on their ability to present their story in a compelling way that opened the door to their perfect home,” encourages Diaz.

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FIND YOUR MATCH IN A REALTOR Tips for hiring an agent to help you navigate the housing market in 2021

by TAYLOR SHILLAM

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most important relationships in life are built on trust, open communication and mutual respect.

The relationship with your real estate agent is no different.

According to a report by the National Association of Realtors, 89 percent of recent buyers used a real estate agent or broker to purchase their home.

This year, with the demand for homes looking astoundingly high, it’s more critical than ever to find the right Realtor to partner with. Houses are moving quickly, and prices have increased significantly. Whether you’re buying or selling, you want to get the most out of your experience—and that’s where your real estate agent comes in.

Buying or selling a home is an endeavor most of us can’t take on alone. Choosing the right real estate professional to help you navigate a market saturated with buyers will be well worth your time in 2021.

While choosing a Realtor is as personal as any important relationship can be, there are steps you can take to make the most informed decision.

Start with these tips: 1. C ​ onsider what’s most important to you.

Each person’s wants and needs are different. Deciding on the qualities that are most important to you even before you start looking is key. Consider the communication style you prefer, the amount of flexibility you need, and the degree of trust you want to put in your agent. Do you expect them to take the reins for you, or do you want to be more hands-on?

While the most important qualities of an effective real estate agent can differ according to who you ask, it's important to define these standards for yourself.

A few qualities are generally non-negotiable: professionalism, current licensure in the state, market knowledge. Experience as a Realtor isn't everything, but it's certainly something to consider.

Agents who have been in the market for a while have had time to build their professional networks and are more likely to have inside knowledge on what will be hitting the market soon. Regardless of experience, many great agents are willing to negotiate, strategize, effectively use their resources and take initiative.

Decide what you need most from your agent, and look for someone whose communication style, knowledge base and level of professionalism can best match your expectations.

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2. Ask the right questions.

According to research by Zillow, 61 percent of seekers only contact one agent. By talking with multiple Realtors and asking the right questions, you’ll be able to find the fit that works best for you.

Approach each meeting or phone call in the same way you would interview someone for a job. Assemble a set of questions to ask each Realtor to effectively compare answers and narrow down the options based on your needs.

The most helpful questions will be unique to your individual situation, but helpful information can be collected from questions like: Do you primarily work with buyers or sellers? Are you part of a team? How do you help buyers compete in this market? How many active clients do you work with at a time? How many are you working with right now? What type of communication should I expect from you?

3. Do your research.

Find out which real estate agents or teams are active in the area you’re looking to buy or sell in. Pay attention to local marketing efforts, signage, and agencies actively represented in the area, and check sites like Realtor.com and Zillow, which allow buyers to see which agents have been active most recently.

A professional who has sold in the area recently will be the most familiar with the local housing market inventory, and neighborhood details such as nearby schools, traffic patterns and any concerns related to the neighborhood.

4. Don’t underestimate referrals.

Previous buyers can be one of the most important assets in your search for an agent. Referrals from people you trust are powerful, so start there by asking the people you trust: family, friends and coworkers.

Personal experiences provide valuable insight that can be much more telling than what you’ll find online. It’s also likely that they’ve stayed in touch with their agent and can help you make the initial connection.

5. Seek out good chemistry.

When it comes down to your final decisions, even a candidate with glowing reviews and top-notch referrals still may be the wrong fit if you just don’t click. Just as important as a Realtor’s referrals and qualifications are the way they make you feel and your ability to communicate with them openly. This partnership is a critical piece of your home buying or selling experience, so it’s critical to choose someone who can support you in reaching your goals—and who you’ll be excited to work with!

You’ll be spending a lot of time together throughout the process and likely communicating often, so trust your instincts when choosing the agent you want to spend that time with.

Buying or selling a home is a meaningful milestone—and the expert guidance of the right real estate professional can make all the difference in the success of your experience. The time invested early on in finding the right fit in a Realtor can save you invaluable time and stress throughout the rest of the process.

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TO SELL IN A SELLER’S

Market?

F A C T O R S TO C O N S I D E R I N TOD A Y ’ S WHI TE HOT MA RKE T

BY COLIN ANDERSON

Your Current Home

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You chose the home you are currently in for a reason. Perhaps it’s location, the school district, character, yard, square footage, any number of factors. Depending on where you are in life, some of those priorities might have shifted. While your home’s value might be the highest it’s been, in a seller’s market it’s likely you won’t find all the features you are looking for in your next home as desirable properties are going off-market in weeks—if not days. Analyze what it might cost to do all the improvements you desire in your current home to what a similar home in your market is currently going for.

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One way many people are creating their dream homes is freeing up cash by refinancing and utilizing the equity in their home for remodels, upgrades and expansion. A home equity line of credit (HELOC) is credit you take out based on the current value of your home compared to what you owe. Depending on when you purchased, you might qualify for tens if not hundreds of thousands of dollars.

With rates typically coming in under 4 percent, it’s a relatively inexpensive way to do large-scale investments in your home, which will likely lead to a higher resale value if/when you do decide to sell.

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If you’re considering a sale, and will likely make a profit, don’t disregard the amount of money you’ve put into your home over the years. How much did the upgraded HVAC system cost? The new deck/patio? Did you just drop $5,000 on new appliances? If you’ve invested tens of thousands of dollars of work into the home but have lived in it five years or less, you likely won’t be recouping maximum value for your investments. A good idea is to have an experienced Realtor assess your home in its current state. They can identify areas of the home that if updated might bring up the price and others which are not likely to bring additional value. Remember to factor in closing, improvements, staging and Realtor costs of roughly 10 percent of the total sale price when doing your final profit calculation.

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OREGON’S ADVENTURE COAST Endless possibilities for the perfect getaway

By Marguerite Cleveland

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regon’s Adventure Coast truly is an adventure. From the excitement of exploring Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area by ATV or storm watching the epic waves along the coast, there is something for everyone. The charming maritime towns of Coos Bay and North Bend border each other and overlook the bay, while quaint Charlestown is a sleepy fishing town. Explore the bounty of the area on the Wild Rivers Coast Food Trail and learn about the rich culinary heritage of the region.

Where to Stay The Mill Casino Hotel has a lovely boardwalk overlooking Coos Bays with 200 water-view rooms. It is a perfect base for your visit to the area. There are a variety of rooms from your basic hotel rooms up to luxury suites. Splurge on a Tower Balcony Suite, which has a huge bathroom with a jetted tub and a bay view. The private balcony opens up to panoramic waterfront views and lovely sunrises. The hotel offers some pet-friendly rooms.

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THE PRIVATE BALCONY OPENS UP TO PANORAMIC WATERFRONT VIEWS AND LOVELY SUNRISES.

Where to Eat There is such a diverse variety of food on Oregon’s Adventure Coast.

Check out the Wild Rivers Coast Food Trail for some ideas of where to eat. It highlights the local food on Oregon’s South Coast and helps to support the producers and crafters that grow and use local ingredients.

The following can all be found on the Food Trail.

The 7 Devils Brewing Co. specializes in Northwest-style ales, with most ingredients grown in the Pacific Northwest. Their public house offers some great food featuring locally sourced ingredients. Make sure to try the line-caught fried 7 Devils beer-battered Albacore Tuna with an amazing lemon caper aioli.

Tokyo Bistro combines traditional Japanese cuisine with local fresh seafood and produce to create food that is fresh, healthy and delicious.

This is a convenient stop on the way to the Cape Arago Loop. Dine in or grab some takeout to enjoy at one of the parks on the loop.

Bayside Coffee is in the small fishing town of Charleston. This is a nice stop either before or after visiting the beaches, as it can get chilly with the wind, and a cup of coffee certainly hits the spot. Bayside offers organic fair-trade coffee and a variety of fair-trade gifts.

Serving brunch daily, the Shark Bites Café is a cute little place decorated with coffee sacks, coastal driftwood and surfboards. It is famous for its

fish tacos and other fresh local seafood, and is one of the best seafood cafes along the Oregon coast.

Lastly, although not on the Food Trail, The Pancake Mill Restaurant and Pie Shoppe is an excellent choice for breakfast and a favorite with locals. Each day they offer a breakfast, lunch, pie and drink special.

Order off their Mill specialties, which offer international favorites. The Dutch Baby or the Apple Pancake take an extra 30 minutes—but they are definitely worth the wait. With that extra time, you can try the fresh baked muffins or cinnamon rolls while you wait.

Things to Do Head to Spinreel Dune Buggy & ATV Rental to spend some time at the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. After a safety briefing, detailed instructions and an overview of the map, you will head out for some high-energy exploration of the dunes and the beach. Spinreel’s Razr ATVs are state of the art and worth the rental cost. The Oregon Dunes are incredibly special. It is the largest expanse of temperate coastal sand dunes in the world. Islands of trees, the dunes and the Pacific Ocean form a beautiful topography often shrouded in mist. Offroading gives you the ability to cover a lot more ground than on foot.

The drive to the beach is about 20 minutes. Make sure to pay attention to your location and look for landmarks as you head out. It is amazingly easy to get disoriented.

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The Specifics WHERE TO STAY The Mill Casino Hotel - TheMillCasino.com

WHERE TO EAT The Wild Rivers Coast Food Trail - WRCFoodTrail.com 7 Devils Brewery Co. - 7DevilsBrewery.com Tokyo Bay - TokyoCoosBay.com Shark Bites Café - SharkBites.cafe Bayside Coffee and Tea - BaysideCoffeeShop.com

WHAT TO DO Spinreel Dune Buggy and ATV Rental - RidetheOregonDunes.com Coos History Museum - CoosHistory.org

If you prefer to explore on foot, the Oregon Dunes Day Use Area is closed off to off-road vehicles. There are accessible viewing platforms to take in the great views of the dunes or Pacific Ocean. The Oregon Dunes Loop Trail is paved for the first half-mile, then you have a few options. The 2-mile round trip out to the beach and back is mostly level and the trail is hard packed sand. For a longer hike you can add a 1.5-mile beach walk before exiting through the dunes to loop back. The trail is marked by large post markers.

The Cape Arago Loop will take you from Charleston to local beaches, overlooks and three state parks. The rocky coastline of Southern Oregon is where you go for epic storm watching with waves that crash against the cliffs and soar into the air. It is so impressive. If you have time for just one park, make it Shore Acres State Park. Begin by viewing the craggy sandstone cliffs, where the ocean waves slam into the rocks creating beautiful rock formations. There is a fully enclosed observation shelter you can watch the waves from if the weather is bad. The park was once the estate of timber baron Louis J. Simpson, and you can visit a formal garden with plants and flowers from all over the world. There are two rose gardens and a Japanesestyle garden with a lily pond. There is something in bloom almost every day of the year. Past the garden you’ll find a trail leading to a secluded ocean cove. You can also follow a trail along the cliff ’s edge.

Insider Tip: Make sure to stop at the Simpson Reef Overlook—and bring binoculars. From this vantage point you can see out to Shell Island, which is part of the Oregon Islands National Wildlife Refuge. These reefs are breeding grounds and rest areas for a variety of sea birds and marine mammals. From this vantage point, depending on the time of year, you can see Northern Elephant Seals, Harbor Seals, Sea Lions, Gray Whales and an array of sea birds.

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your hotel, so you can stop in for a visit at the beginning or end of your day. The museum focuses on life in Coos County as well as Oregon’s South Coast. The first floor is the Main Gallery and has permanent exhibits on the Uplands and the logging industry; the Tidewater, which focuses on shipbuilding and the bounty of the local waters; and the Seashore focuses on the rough seas and shores. The exhibits highlight the natural history and the human history of the area. The second floor Mezzanine gallery has changing exhibits. The current museum collection includes more than 50,000 objects and more than 250,000 images. Make sure to visit the outside interpretive signs that share the cultural and natural history of the area.

For more information on the area, visit OregonsAdventureCoast.com.

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CARAMELIZED ONION AND SHIITAKE FRITTATA WITH HAVARTI CHEESE Recipe Courtesy of Tina VanDenHeuvel, NTP You can follow Tina @madebetterforyou on Instagram INGREDIENTS: 3 tbsp. butter, divided 1 medium sweet onion, sliced in thin rounds 1 1/2 cups shiitake mushrooms, roughly chopped 12 large eggs 5 oz. creme fraiche 3/4 cup shredded Havarti cheese salt, to taste pepper, to taste fresh parsley

METHOD: • Preheat oven to 350˚F. • In a 10-inch cast-iron skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add onion. Cook, stirring often, until softened, about 5 minutes.

• Add mushrooms and cook, stirring often, until all liquid has evaporated and onions have turned golden brown, about 10 minutes.

• In a large bowl, whisk eggs and creme fraiche together. Mix in Havarti cheese, salt and pepper.

• Increase heat to medium and add 2 remaining tablespoons of butter to the skillet, making sure the edges are nicely coated with the butter.

Pour the egg mixture over the onions and mushrooms. Cook without stirring for 5 minutes.

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COMPASS GRILLE Bonners Ferry's first food truck and winner of BF's Finest Burger 2019. At Compass Grille, you'll find a delicious variety of perfectly cooked burgers plus tasty wraps, sandwiches and sides. Breakfast is back on the menu Thursday-Saturday only with legendary biscuits & gravy, burritos and more. Takeout, on-site dining and delivery available Monday-Wednesday 11am-4pm and ThursdaySaturday 6am-6pm.

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BADGER'S DEN CAFE AND LATTE

At Badger's Den Cafe and Latte, you'll be greeted with fast, friendly service with a smile. On the menu you'll find delicious breakfast and lunch items, a variety of specialty coffee drinks, smoothies and more! In a hurry? There's a drive-up window for your convenience. A stop at this restaurant is a must for locals and visitors alike! Open 7 days a week, 6am-2pm

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FEIST CREEK RESTAURANT At Feist Creek Restaurant, the delicious smells and warm atmosphere make you feel right at home. Serving lunch and dinner, customer favorites range from their smoked prime rib and 25 oz. rib-eye steak to catfish and hushpuppies, homemade fish and chips, burgers, sandwiches and more.

Full bar, pool table, outdoor seating, fish pond and their own private waterfall make this a destination spot to remember.

You can find them open Friday-Sunday from 12pm-close.

2673 Moyie River Road | Bonners Ferry 208.267.8649

TAVERN AT THE LODGE Looking to excite your taste buds? Guests will be treated to starters like Escargot and Spanish Shrimp; new lunch offerings to include Lamb and Beef Gyros Kabob and Shoarito Mediterranean Burrito; more than a dozen entrees such as Chicken Piccata, Cioppino and the 12-ounce Ribeye; and a variety of delicious house-made soups and salads. Open for dinner 5-8pm Wednesday-Sunday.

Reservations recommended.

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CHIC-N-CHOP At this Bonners Ferry diner, you’ll be treated to wonderful service and an inviting, homey atmosphere where the staff treats you like family. Known for their large portion sizes and customer favorites like the broasted chicken, omelets, pies and more, they’re open Tuesday-Saturday 4:30am-8pm and Sunday 6am-2pm.

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GRAMA J'S BEIGNETS Experience a trademark taste of New Orleans, where you’ll find Grama J serving up freshly made beignets, plain or in classic breakfast styles, and delicious crepes both sweet and savory, as well as fresh authentic chicory coffee and hand-drawn espressos. Linger over your meal while reading on a comfy couch or playing board games in front of the fireplace in her cozy dining room.

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omen of Bonners Ferry, mark your calendars and register to attend this full day of inspiration and positivity, surrounded by like-minded women of Boundary and Bonner counties and beyond! Scheduled for Friday, May 7, 9am to 4pm at the Kootenai River Inn’s Ktunaxa Room, you won’t want to miss 9B Ladies' Live Your Best Life event.

2021’s diverse lineup of speakers offers something for everyone. Guest speakers and topics for this year’s event include: Debbie Heiser (Three Vines Consulting, Faith-Based Leadership podcast) with Spark Your Passion & Ignite Your Life; Sandpoint Super Drug Team - Women's Health; Leslie Nafus (best-selling author, professional copywriter and founder of 68:11 Women's Collective) - BURNOUT - The Struggle is Real, Girlfriend; and Angelina Roberts (Breakwater Expeditions, co-owner/ All women are invited to attend! According to Jennifer Van Etten, co- guide and doTerra Essential Oils representative) - I Am Fabulous. host of the event, through this event they have “created a space to inspire, a place to feed your soul, where you have that a-ha moment Presented by the Bonners Ferry Chamber of Commerce, albeit your artistic side, nutritional side or your spiritual side.” guests can register to attend and pay online by visiting BonnersFerryChamber.org and clicking on the 9B Ladies under The day includes vendors, speakers, food, a creative art session and Upcoming Events. Registration is $40 for Chamber members; $45 for more! Swag will be provided by local businesses, and they will also non-members. There is an additional $10 fee for a booth. All tickets have raffle baskets, with tickets available for purchase at the door the include swag and a taco bar lunch. day of the event. (For anyone who would like to donate local swag or raffle items, please reach out to Jennifer.)

For additional details, you can reach out to event co-hosts Jennifer Van Etten (208.304.9050 or jen_van1971@yahoo.com) and Alison Henslee She encourages women of all ages to attend, adding, “This will be a day (208.610.8806 or alison@thegrowingsoul.net). of enlightenment, encouragement, and to learn self-love, acceptance and the great joy of embracing friendships with other like-minded It’s time to be inspired and live your best life starting May 7! women within our community.”

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ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT The Annual Easter Egg Hunt will once again make its way to the Bonners Ferry Fairgrounds Saturday, April 3. The hunt begins promptly at 11am, so don’t be late! Look out for the Easter Bunny’s helpers, who will help make sure every child in attendance gets some eggs, and get excited for both hard-boiled and surprise eggs. The event is put on by the Bonners Ferry Rotary, with support from Jeff Hamley and the staff at Super 1. Children will be divided into five separate age groups: ages 0 to 2, 3 to 4, 5 to 6, 7 to 8 and 9 to 10, and parents are encouraged to help their youngest ones (up to ages 3 or 4 as needed), as it can be a little overwhelming. The fast-paced event starts after the announcement is made, and typically only lasts 15 minutes. Rain or shine, the event will take place. Visit BonnersFerryRotary.com for more information.

WAKE THE SQUATCH 2021 The season opener is here for Mountain Mafia events! Friday, April 23, through Sunday, April 25, head out to Purcell Trench Ranch for some adrenaline-inducing outdoor, off-road events, including the Mega Truck Bounty Hole with a $2,500 payout, NMRA Mud Drag Racing and Open Wheeling. Food vendors and free camping will be available, and all trucks and side-by-sides are welcome. Wake the Squatch is a Mountain Havoc qualifier. Admission costs $30; $10 for ages 6 through 12; free for kids 5 and younger. Gates are open 9am to 10pm on Friday, 7am to 10pm on Saturday, and 7am to 3pm on Sunday. To learn more, visit Mountain-Mafia.com.

FREE COMMUNITY BREAKFAST & SILENT AUCTION Would you like to be a part of something great? You could help local families offset some of the cost of college tuition with this one selfless act of community involvement, and help build a legacy for generations to come! Join the Rotary Club of Bonners Ferry for their free CommUNITY Breakfast and Silent Auction. Held 7 to 10am on Saturday, April 24, at the Valley Event Center at the Boundary County Fairgrounds, gather with your family and friends for an unforgettable morning of food, fun and fundraising. Menu includes sausage breakfast burritos, pancakes, biscuits and gravy, juice, coffee and tea.

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